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DR ALAN BARCLAY, APD
Dr Alan Barclay is a consultant Accredited Practising Dietitian and
Nutritionist, and the Chief Scientific Officer at the GI Foundation, which
is the place to start when looking for low GI, gluten free options and
ideas. Their aim is to demonstrate how easy it is to incorporate the
principles of low GI eating into everyday meals. Find out more at
www.gisymbol.com

GLYCEMIC
INDEX AND
WEIGHT
MANAGEMENT

Nutrition expert Dr Alan Barclay explains how the GI can assist with weight management.
here is scientific evidence from studies worldwide
that show how a low GI higher protein diet not only
helps manage weight, but also assists in the
prevention of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and
heart disease. A low GI, higher protein diet can assist with
weight management by:

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• reducing insulin levels, helping you burn body fat
• keeping you feeling f ձ